Is your age wrong on Bumble? You’re not the first and won’t be the last. Whether you mistyped your birthday during sign-up or something synced weirdly from elsewhere, the fix is straightforward—and you can get back to matching without confusing anyone about whether you’re 18 or 80.
TL;DR
- Don’t fake your age; it can hurt trust or get your account flagged.
- You can’t change your age yourself; Bumble Support will do it for you.
- Bumble is strictly 18+ regardless of app store age ratings.
- Sign-up no longer requires Facebook—use phone, Apple, or Google.
- ID verification with selfie and ID is now common and recommended.
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How Do I Fix My Age on Bumble?
This depends on how you created your account, but the short version is: contact Bumble Support and they’ll correct it for you. There isn’t currently a self-serve toggle to edit your birthday. When you reach out, include your correct age and your User ID (grab it by going to Settings, scrolling to the bottom, and double-tapping the Bumble logo).
Didn’t it used to pull from Facebook?
Years ago, many people signed up via Facebook and their details synced over. Today, Bumble doesn’t require Facebook; most members sign up with a phone number and can also use Apple or Google. If your age is wrong, skip the Facebook fix and go straight to Support.nt.
ID verification can help
Bumble offers ID verification (government ID + live selfie) to confirm your age and identity. It’s optional in most regions but more visible than ever, especially as some countries now require stronger online safety checks. Verification gives you a badge and can reduce confusion about your age.
Do You Have to Put Your Age on Bumble?
Yes. Bumble is 18+ only, and your age is part of how matching works. Even if an app store shows a lower “age rating,” Bumble’s own terms require you to be at least 18 to use the app. Store ratings are content guidelines, not usage eligibility.
Can You Be 17 on Bumble?
No. Bumble is for adults only—18 and over—and the platform actively monitors and may verify accounts if there’s reason to believe someone is underage. If your age was entered incorrectly, contact Support with your correct details and be ready to verify.
Should You Tweak Your Age to Get More Matches?
Short answer: don’t. Misstating your age can flag trust issues for both people and platforms. Bumble’s safety policies discourage misrepresentation, and mismatched details are one of the biggest red flags for fake profiles. You’ll do better focusing on photos and prompts than trying to “optimize” your age.
Quick Steps: How to Get Your Age Fixed
- Open Bumble → Settings
- Scroll down and double-tap the Bumble logo to reveal your User ID
- Contact Bumble Support with your correct age and User ID; they’ll update it for you
FAQ
Can I change my age myself in the app?
No. There’s no in-app birthday editor. Message Bumble Support with your correct age and your User ID and they’ll fix it for you.
Is ID verification mandatory now?
It’s optional in most regions, but more users are being prompted to verify. Some countries require stronger age checks, and Bumble’s system makes the process quick and safe.
The App Store says 16+. Does that mean 16-year-olds can use Bumble?
No. App store ratings are content guidelines only. Bumble’s rules require all users to be 18 or older.
I signed up years ago with Facebook—should I fix my age on Facebook?
Bumble no longer requires Facebook to sign up. Even if you used it before, contact Support directly to have your Bumble age corrected.
Will changing my age affect who sees me?
Your age affects matching filters, but fixing an incorrect birthday won’t hurt your reach. It simply makes your profile accurate and trustworthy.
Can I hide my age on Bumble?
There’s no option to hide your age completely because it’s part of match criteria. You can, however, verify your identity to ensure your age is shown correctly.
